Warriors vs. Celtics Prop Bets for NBA Finals Game 3

The first two games of the 2021-22 NBA Finals have been more than entertaining, resulting in a 1-1 series tie between the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors. However, that's all going to change with Game 3 scheduled for Wednesday, June 8.

As always, some fans are going to place money on some Game 3 betting markets to add extra excitement to the postseason festivities. While the typical markets are fun, there are also some prop bets out there that bettors must take advantage of.

BetOnline Sportsbook, once again, has some of the best prop bet markets out. Here’s a look at a few of them you should consider wagering on ahead of Game 3 of the 2021-22 NBA Finals.

Best Warriors vs. Celtics NBA Finals Game 3 Prop Bets

The NBA props listed below are from BetOnline Sportsbook.

1. Stephen Curry Over 4.5 Threes Made (-102)

More often than not, Stephen Curry reminds us why he’s the best shooter in NBA history whenever he touches the floor. He can finish with high three-point totals with ease, proven by the five threes that he made in Game 2.

Hitting five-plus three-pointers on any given night is tough for most players, but it’s just another day in the office for Curry. He’s averaging exactly 4.5 threes over his last six games, hitting the over on this prop four times over that stretch.

In fact, Curry has finished with five or more three-pointers made in eight of the 18 games he’s played so far this season. Although that’s less than half of the games, it’s still more than most players could dream of doing.

The Celtics might have one of the best defenses in the NBA and Marcus Smart is one of the best defensive point guards, but Curry hasn’t been slowed down yet and it’s hard to imagine that happening.

Considering how he’s already 12-of-26 from three-point range in the NBA Finals, I fully expect Curry to hit the over tonight.

2. Klay Thompson Under 18.5 Points (-106)

When he’s on top of his game, few NBA players can shoot like Klay Thompson. Unfortunately, not even he is playing up to his own standards during the NBA Finals.

Thompson has been abysmal this series, averaging 13.0 points per game on .303/.267/1.000 shooting. He only had 11 points during the Warriors’ Game 2 victory, which won’t cut it every night if Golden State hopes to win another championship.

While Thompson could turn things around, that’s a bit hard to believe. The Los Angeles, CA native has finished with 18 or fewer points in nine of his last 14 games in the postseason. That includes doing so in three of his last four outings.

The Warriors need Thompson to be better because there may come a time when Curry can’t do everything on his own. But until he proves that, sticking with the under is the safer play here.

3. Al Horford Over 8.5 Rebounds (-130)

After some assumed that he had nothing left to give, Al Horford has surprised a lot of people this postseason with some of his performances. Although he’s stepped up with some solid point totals, the big man has also had his fair share of double-digit rebound games.

Unfortunately, Horford’s rebounding numbers have dropped recently. He’s finished with eight or fewer boards in three of his last five games, with two of those instances happening in the first two games of the NBA Finals.

The good news for Horford is that things look promising for him to hit the over on this prop on Wednesday. After all, a return to TD Garden should give him a boost.

Horford is averaging 10.7 RPG in his last nine games played in Boston. He’s hit the over in all but two of those games and has accomplished the feat in each of his last four home games.

Even if the Warriors have kept him relatively quiet, expect Horford to make his presence felt in Game 3.

4. Marcus Smart Under 5.5 Assists (-140)

Marcus Smart’s defense has already been highlighted early, but it’s important to point out that he can be a solid playmaker as well when given the opportunity. The only issue is that his playmaking numbers aren’t always that consistent.

Since returning from his ankle injury, Smart is averaging only 4.2 assists in his last five games. He’s hit the under on this prop in every single one of those contests despite averaging over 32 minutes played.

It certainly doesn’t help him that the Warriors only give up 23.1 APG — the fourth-best average in the NBA this season. Throw in the fact that the Celtics are averaging 15 turnovers per game in the 2021-22 NBA Finals and it’s easy to see why the under is a more realistic expectation for Smart.

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